𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 || 𝐇𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐢 𝐅𝐟

13

I don't know where to go so I-and the kitten ended up sitting on the bench at the park. I huffed as I rubbed my arms from the cold. I removed my soaked jacket, replacing it with Axel's. The jacket is comfy but still a little bit uncomfortable because of my wet t-shirt. Even my hair is wet and some of the strands are sticking on my face and neck.

I looked down at the kitten beside me. It went out of the blanket and crawls on my lap.

"My pants are soaked..."I told the animal. I puffed some air in my hands for warmth and looked up at the dark clouds, thinking about what name to give.

"Ningning... I'll call you Ningning." I smiled as soon as I said that, the kitten made a noise, making my smile widened. I cupped it's face and softly stroke its cheeks with my thumb. Suddenly, I feel my nose went ticklish, accidentally sneezing into the kitten. I gasp and apologize multiple times. I feel my nose getting itchy again so I turned to the side and sneeze.

"Ruby...." I heard someone called me. I turned my head to the said voice and saw Zackary standing not far away from us. I bit my lip.

"What are you doing here?" I asked as I turned my attention back to the kitten. Seeing him in my peripheral vision. He walks slowly towards me until he's standing right in front of me.

"What happened to you?" He asked. I looked up at him as pressed my lips into a thin line.

"It's none of your business, go away.." I said and faced the kitten again, still stroking its face. The kitten purred at my touch. He sighed and put his hands inside his pocket.

"I won't go unless you tell me," he clicked his tongue, poking the inside of his cheek as he stares at me. This stubborn tall male. I scrunched up my nose in defeat and told him what happened, hoping that he'll get out of my sight after telling him, thereon telling him what happened, his face softens. My eyebrows furrowed. What the fu k is that face?. I hate people looking at me with that look.

"You can stay at my house" I got surprised by his sudden offer. Why would he?.... is he out of his mind?

"Are you nuts?" I said in shock. His hands dropped on his sides. I already told him about what what happened earlier so why is he still here?

"I'm worried that there might be some guy or drunk people hurt you," he said.

"Do I look weak to you? I can fight, you know," I said. This guy is getting on my nerves. Why can't he just leave me alone?

"How about you stay in my house and I'll help you and your kitten find a new apartment tomorrow?" He still insists. I rolled my eyes. Now I know this boy wouldn't stop until he gets what he wants. So, I forcefully nodded my head and pressed my lips into a thin line, not wanting to argue anymore. He smiled after receiving my answer, dimples showing. He's cute but annoying as f sometimes.

I stood up from the bench. I was about to get my suitcase when he snatched it away from me. I tried to take it back but he insisted on carrying it with him. I just let him be and walk ahead with the kitten in my arms. Zack walks next to me as we headed out of the park. While walking, he looked at the kitten, which is sleeping peacefully in my arms.

"What's the kitten's name?" He asked. I looked up at him for a second before looking back ahead.

"Ningning," I answered. Suddenly, he stopped walking, making me stop from my tracks too. I turned around towards him and raised my eyebrow.

"Is there something wrong with the name?" I asked. He smiled as he shook his head and proceeded to walk. I followed after. I know there's something wrong with the name. Liar.

We finally had arrived at his house. It's only one block away from the convenience store. He put my suitcase next to the door and immediately went upstairs. I looked around his living room as I slowly plopped myself with the kitten on the couch. His house is simple and neat.

I heard footsteps coming from upstairs revealing Zackary going down the stairs with a towel in his hands. He walked towards me and put the towel above my head.

"Let's go upstairs, I'll show you your room. " He said and grabbed my suitcase from the floor. Suddenly, we heard a growling noise when I stood up. Zackary turned to face me, eyes falling on my stomach. My face heats up from embarrassment. I haven't eaten yet.

"You hungry?" He asked, looking at me and waiting for my answer. I bit my lip and nodded shyly, avoiding his gaze. I'm so fucking hungry.

"How about you take a shower first before eating?" He suggested. I agreed and we went upstairs. He showed me the room where I'm staying.

"Take a shower while I make you food downstairs," he said and left after putting my suitcase on the floor. I placed the sleeping kitten on the bed and went to the bathroom. The bathroom has a bathtub with a shower, a sink, and of course, a toilet.

I went to the shower and checked the temperature of the water. It's warm. I immediately took off my clothes and went in. The warm water made my tense muscles relaxed. Unlike my previous apartment. The water is always cold and freezing. I closed my eyes and shook my thoughts out. I let myself enjoy the warmness spreading down my body.

I walk downstairs as soon as I finished taking a bath. I didn't bother brushing my hair because I'm really hungry. I went straight to the kitchen and saw Zackary standing by the table, putting food on the plate. He sensed my appearance so he looked up. He smiled warmly, gesturing me to sit so I immediately went over and sat on the chair. My mouth fell open as soon as I saw the dish. It looks so delicious. He pushed the plate towards me and I immediately dug in. I eat like a pig, forgetting the male who's standing on the opposite side, watching me.

"How does it taste?" He asked, a worried expression plastered on his face. I stopped for a second and looked up at him.

" delicous," I said and continued to eat.

"My mom taught me how to cook." He said, smiling proudly. "Slow down you might choke, the food won't run away". I ignored his words and continued eating.

*Chokes*

He immediately handed me a glass of water and I immediately gulped it down my throat. I coughed as he patted my back.

"I told you to slow down," he laughs, four dimples showing.

🍜

"Thanks for the food, Zackary-"

"Just call me Zack, Zackary is long," he said as he smiled at me. He walked me to my room until we reached the door. We faced each other as we stood in front of the bedroom door.

"How can I repay you?"I asked as I look up at him.

"You can repay me by agreeing to be my Friend," He answered. I raised my eyebrows as I stared at him.

"Why do you want me to be your friend?"I asked curiously.

"Why? Can't I be ?" He said, lifting his eyebrow.

"No, you can.." I said as I shook my head blocking the thoughts coming to my head. He smiled and held out his hand to me.

"So, friends?" He asked, waiting for me to shake his hand. I sighed and grabbed it.

"F-friends, " I hesitantly said and shook our hands. After that, we went into our room.

I laid on the bed and I gaze up at the ceiling, thinking about earlier with a second voice arguing inside my skull.

What if he's up to something? What will he do? What will I do? What will happen?

I sighed as I turned on my side, sliding up the blanket over my shoulder. I stared outside the window waiting for my eyes to get heavy. After a few seconds, I started to feel sleepy. I closed my eyes and dozed off, entering my Dreamland.